Monday, Sept. 21, 2026

Friday, Sept. 18 marked the official launch of the new Baler 9th Grade HSTs (Haybaler Support Times) designed to help incoming freshmen seamlessly transition into high school life. Organized in close collaboration with the Associated Student Body (ASB) and ASB Director Mrs. Laurie Chavez, Friday's kickoff session focused on what it truly means to be a "scholar on campus."

Throughout the school year, these HST sessions will serve as a vital guide for the 9th-grade class, covering key areas to ensure student success:

- Navigating Campus: Helping freshmen feel confident finding their way around.

- Understanding Expectations: Setting clear standards for academic and personal conduct.

- Accessing Support Services: Connecting students with campus resources, academic help, and counseling.

With student leaders and staff working together, these HSTs aim to empower every freshman to build a strong foundation for their high school journey.

It's Fall Homecoming Week at Hollister High School. Here are the themed dress-up days:

Congratulations to Hollister High School's Fall Homecoming royalty court. The grand marshals are Brandon Shores and Kari Stephens; the Unified King and Queen are Ella Nichols and Maximiliano Rodriguez; the Freshman Princess and Escort are Kylie Briggs and Shane Halvorsen; the Sophomore Princess and Escort are Xyrille Aguilar and Reece Kaplansky; the Junior Princess and Escort are Paige Pierson and Moses Victory; and the Senior Princesses and Escorts are Camila Ceballos and Logan De La Cruz; Blithe Richards and Todd Caloiaro; Shaya Sasamoto and Matthew Reyes; Soledad Robles and Bam Garcia; and Prienna Chavez and Brigham Richards.

Congratulations to the Baler Athletes of the Week from last week: Varsity Boys Water Polo player Hayden Razo and Varsity Field Hockey player Miranda Mendoza. Here's what their coaches shared about them:

Hayden was moved up last week from JV to Varsity and it was a seamless transition. He played hard and contributed in our game against Carmel.

Miranda is a dedicated athlete who pushes everyone around her to be the best they can be. She is headstrong and proactive. As a goalie, she leads from behind with a humble, calm, and coachable attitude. Every day, she brings new workouts and ideas to make herself and her teammates better. Let's go Miranda!

Hollister High School's Scarlet Regiment Band on Saturday, Sept. 19, was among 14 schools featuring more than 700 students who participated in Band Day at San Jose State University. The Balers took the field alongside the Spartan Marching Band, which features Hollister High School alumni Lauren Agredano and Ethan Nordloff.

Attention, Hollister High School seniors: Attendance matters—especially during your senior year! Seniors who accumulate more than 30 period absences or more than 10 days of absences may lose privileges, including prom, the Senior Trip, Senior Sunset and participation in the graduation ceremony. Missing HST also counts toward these absence totals. Make every day count so you don’t miss the special moments that come with being a senior. You miss school, you miss out!

Hollister High School is still seeking students interested in peer tutoring during Haybaler Support Time. Tutoring sessions will begin after the break in early October. Students can use the link below to register. The first training session will be Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 3:15 p.m. in Room 241.

Hollister High School is hiring Special Education Instructional Aides for the 2026-27 school year. Make a difference every day by supporting students and helping them succeed.

• 6-hour work day
• Summer work available
• Opportunity to qualify for Instructional Aide II with 60+ college semester units
• Bilingual applicants highly desirable
• Cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation and transcripts required. Testing required.

For more information and to apply, visit EdJoin.org and search for “Special Education Instructional Aide / 2026-2027 School Year.”

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We're Hiring at Hollister High School and the San Benito High School District! Make a difference every day by joining a team dedicated to supporting student success. If you're passionate about serving students in a collaborative, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Visit www.edjoin.org to view complete job descriptions, learn more about these opportunities, and submit your application today.

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